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Florida Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate: A Sarasota–Manatee Owner’s Guide to After‑Tax Proceeds

Florida Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate: A Sarasota–Manatee Owner’s Guide to After‑Tax Proceeds

Derrick Davis
Published on: 24/09/2026

Florida has no state capital gains tax on real estate; federal taxes apply. Primary residence exclusion, home improvements, depreciation recapture, 1031 exchanges, and timing affect after-tax proceeds.

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